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Odakyu Tama Line and Odawara Line resume operation

2023-09-22 23:17:00
Odakyu Line had suspended operation on all lines on the Tama Line and between Mukogaoka Yuen Station and Machida Station on the Odawara Line due to a safety device failure that occurred at Shin-Yurigaoka Station around 8:40 p.m. Driving resumed after 11 p.m.

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Shizuoka Fuji 10,163 households, 20,962 people ordered to evacuate

2023-09-22 23:13:00
Shizuoka Prefecture has been experiencing heavy rain locally, and Fuji City announced at 10:25 p.m. that the 10,000 residents living in the river basin were in danger of flooding due to rising water levels in the Kojuni River that runs through the city. Evacuation orders were issued to 20,962 people in 163 households. An evacuation order is information at alert level 4 of the five alert levels, and calls for everyone to evacuate from dangerous areas.

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Odakyu Tama Line and Odawara Line Mukogaoka Yuen-Machida operation suspended

2023-09-22 22:18:00
According to Odakyu Electric Railway, around 8:40 p.m. on the 22nd, a problem occurred at Shin-Yurigaoka Station where the device that switches points on the track to change the course of a train stopped working.

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Government adjusts to postpone submission of ``Japanese version of DBS'' introduction bill to extraordinary Diet session

2023-09-22 22:15:00
Regarding the bill to introduce the ``Japanese version of DBS'', a system to confirm that people who work with children do not have a history of sexual crimes, the government says that it is necessary to further discuss the scope of the confirmation, and plans to move forward next month. We are making arrangements to postpone submitting the bill to the extraordinary Diet session that is expected to be convened.

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Johnny's issue: Representative of the association considering criminal charges for defaming Hibo

2023-09-22 21:44:00
Due to Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault issue, the representative of a group of former entertainers who are complaining about the sexual assaults caused by Johnny Kitagawa has been repeatedly subjected to serious slander on social media, etc., has submitted a written request to the police to file a criminal complaint and the government to take action. He has announced that he is considering submitting the application.

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Japan Sports Agency council reports on review of governance code for sports organizations

2023-09-22 20:35:00
The Japan Sports Agency's council, which has been discussing the revision of the ``Governance Code,'' the rules that competitive organizations must follow, in order to prevent scandals and other issues in the sports world, has stated that ``competitive organizations must respond flexibly to changes in society and the sports world.'' "There is a need to not only improve competitive ability, but also to popularize sports and maximize the value of sports."

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Digital Minister Kono introduces “ride sharing” and presents ideas for full-scale discussion

2023-09-22 20:21:00
Digital Minister Kono, who is in charge of regulatory reform, said that as a solution to the serious shortage of taxis in tourist areas and depopulated areas, the government is considering whether it is possible to introduce ``ride sharing'', which uses private cars to transport people for a fee. We indicated that we would like to have a full-fledged discussion.

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Lunch boxes thought to be the cause of poor health distributed in 33 prefectures Aomori Hachinohe

2023-09-22 19:35:00
A number of people who ate bento boxes from Yoshidaya, an ekiben maker in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, are complaining of poor health, and the public health center has announced that 33 bento boxes with expiration dates on the 16th and 17th of this month, which are believed to be the cause, have been reported to be unwell. It was announced that it was distributed in all prefectures.

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Something strange happened at the purchasing store as “gold” reached its highest price…The world’s largest gold nugget was valued at over 2.5 billion yen

2023-09-22 19:13:00
Domestic retail gold prices hit a new high on the 21st, hitting 10,178 yen per gram. Due to the soaring price of gold, the world's largest gold nugget is now more than six times larger than when it first went on display. but please wait a moment. There are some points you need to be careful about.

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Approximately 100,000 servings of scallops to be provided free of charge for school lunches due to import suspension in Morimachi, Hokkaido

2023-09-22 19:05:00
The 24th marks one month since China took measures to completely suspend imports of Japanese marine products. Amidst the severe impact in many areas, Mori-machi, Hokkaido, where scallop farming is popular, has decided to provide approximately 100,000 servings of scallops that cannot be exported and are being stored for free to school lunches across the country.

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Akita: Drill assuming “bears appear in urban areas” Damage in the prefecture is record high

2023-09-22 18:55:00
With the number of people being harmed by bears in Akita Prefecture at an all-time high, a training exercise was held in Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture, simulating a bear infestation in an urban area, and police, local governments, and others reviewed procedures to safely exterminate the bear. .

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My number card and insurance card registered without request 27 new cases confirmed

2023-09-22 18:42:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare announced that 27 new cases have been confirmed in which My Number cards and health insurance cards were combined, even though the individuals did not wish to do so. After receiving the request from the individual, the registration was cancelled.

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Tokyo Yaesu steel frame falling accident during building construction work; Metropolitan Police Department conducts on-site inspection

2023-09-22 18:39:00
At the construction site of a building near the Yaesu exit of JR Tokyo Station, a steel frame lifted by a crane fell, killing and injuring five workers.The Metropolitan Police Department on the 22nd conducted an on-site inspection to determine the detailed circumstances at the time. The we.

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Defendant accused of commission murder, sentenced to 6 years in prison, Sapporo District Court

2023-09-22 18:28:00
In October last year, a 54-year-old defendant was charged with murder for commission for killing a female university student he had met on social media at her apartment in Sapporo at her request. "This was an extremely malicious and anti-social crime that was taken lightly," he said, and sentenced him to six years in prison.

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Prince Akishino and his wife make official visit to Vietnam and pay a courtesy visit to the president of the country in Hanoi

2023-09-22 18:20:00
Prince and Mrs. Akishino, who are on an official visit to Vietnam, paid a courtesy visit to the President of Vietnam on the 22nd in Hanoi, the capital.

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Announcement of a new name for diabetes, ``diabetes''

2023-09-22 18:11:00
In an effort to dispel misconceptions and prejudices about diabetes, the Japan Diabetes Association and other organizations have announced a new name for diabetes, ``diabetes,'' based on the English disease name.

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#EatZeNippon The circle of support set up by young employees continues...

2023-09-22 17:52:00
"#EatNippon!" A phrase with an impact that suddenly appeared on social media this month. The inspiration for the ongoing SNS postings to support those involved in the fishing industry was an idea from young government employees.

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Earthquake resistance issues at 57 communication bases during disasters, Board of Audit

2023-09-22 17:48:00
It was found that 57 of the communication bases equipped with multiplex radios to transmit earthquake and river information even in the event of a disaster did not have seismic diagnosis or necessary seismic countermeasures in place. The Board of Audit, which investigated the system, asked the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to make improvements so that it can maintain its functionality even in the event of a large-scale earthquake.

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Emergency transport due to heatstroke in August 1.7 times that of last year, third highest since 2008

2023-09-22 17:25:00
Last month, when the dangerous heat continued, more than 34,000 people were taken to emergency rooms due to heatstroke nationwide, the third highest number ever for August, according to a summary by the Fire and Disaster Management Agency. .

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Nobuko Mikasa undergoes surgery to fix broken leg bone with metal

2023-09-22 16:44:00
Princess Mikasa Nobuko, who was hospitalized with a broken leg, underwent surgery on the morning of the 22nd to fix the broken leg bone with metal.

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Prince Akishino and his wife make official visit to Vietnam and pay a courtesy visit to the president of the country in Hanoi

2023-09-22 16:39:00
Prince and Mrs. Akishino, who are on an official visit to Vietnam, paid a courtesy visit to the President of Vietnam on the 22nd in Hanoi, the capital.

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Overseas pavilions at Expo ``Early order regardless of type'' Nikkenren Chairman

2023-09-22 16:36:00
Regarding the issue of delays in preparations for the construction of overseas pavilions at the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year, Yoichi Miyamoto, chairman of the Japan Federation of Construction Contractors, which is made up of general contractors, urges countries to place orders as early as possible, regardless of the type of construction. I emphasized the idea I was looking for.

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Approximately 100,000 servings of scallops to be provided free of charge for school lunches due to import suspension in Morimachi, Hokkaido

2023-09-22 16:24:00
The 24th marks one month since China took measures to completely suspend imports of Japanese marine products. Amidst the severe impact in many areas, Mori-machi, Hokkaido, where scallop farming is popular, has decided to provide approximately 100,000 servings of scallops that cannot be exported and are being stored for free to school lunches across the country.

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Typhoon No. 7 damage expected to be designated as a “severe disaster” by the government

2023-09-22 15:53:00
The government has announced that the damage caused by the strong winds and record heavy rain caused by Typhoon No. 7 in August, mainly in the Chugoku region and Kinki region, is expected to be designated as a ``severe disaster.'' This will support local governments' costs for restoring farmland, etc.

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Chiba Narashino pawn shop robbery and injury case information exchanged on Telegram?

2023-09-22 15:30:00
On the 7th of this month, an investigation revealed that the suspects arrested in a robbery and injury case in which a wristwatch was stolen at a pawn shop in Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture, exchanged information using the highly confidential communication app ``Telegram.'' I found this out through interviews with the people involved.

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Fire in Shibuya Center Gai; 20 fire trucks dispatched to extinguish the fire

2023-09-22 15:03:00
On the afternoon of the 22nd, there was a fire in a building in Center Gai, Shibuya, Tokyo, and the fire department is working to extinguish the fire. According to the Tokyo Fire Department, a fire broke out at a building in Center Gai, Shibuya, Tokyo just after 1pm on the 22nd, and 20 fire engines were dispatched to extinguish the fire. The fire occurred in a five-story building housing restaurants, etc. It appears that the fire started in the restaurant on the first floor, and smoke came out from the roof through the ducts. So far, there are no injuries as a result of this fire. The site is a downtown area with many restaurants and restaurants.

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[Video] ``SL Aso BOY'' for the first time in 18 years Limited one-day service Hohi Main Line Kumamoto

2023-09-22 14:47:00
``SL Aso Boy'', a tourist train that used to run on the JR Hohi Main Line in Kumamoto Prefecture, was operated for the first time in 18 years for one day on the 22nd, and Kumamoto Station, where it departed, was crowded with people.

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``Away from Johnny's'' accelerates as listed companies postpone their use in advertising

2023-09-22 14:22:00
In response to the agency's subsequent handling of Johnny Kitagawa's sexual assault issue, the move to move away from Johnny's is accelerating among listed companies, which are reviewing their relationships with the agency. I found this out through research.

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Fire in Shibuya Center Gai; 20 fire trucks dispatched to extinguish the fire

2023-09-22 14:15:00
On the afternoon of the 22nd, there was a fire in a building in Center Gai, Shibuya, Tokyo, and the fire department is working to extinguish the fire. According to the Tokyo Fire Department, a fire broke out at a building in Center Gai, Shibuya, Tokyo just after 1pm on the 22nd, and 20 fire engines were dispatched to extinguish the fire. The fire occurred in a five-story building that houses restaurants, etc., and the office on the fourth floor and the ducts inside the building were on fire. So far, there are no injuries as a result of this fire. The site is a downtown area with many restaurants and restaurants.

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Work to remove earth and sand from 25 homes flooded in Iwate due to heavy rain

2023-09-22 13:53:00
In Iwate Prefecture, where heavy rains fell on the 21st, 25 homes in Ichinohe Town and Ninohe City were confirmed to have been damaged by flooding so far, and residents were busy removing earth and sand from roads and residential premises. .

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National Public Safety Commission Chairman Matsumura's political party branch receives donations from companies whose nominations have been suspended

2023-09-22 13:48:00
It has been revealed that the branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, represented by House of Councilors member Yoshifumi Matsumura, who was appointed chairman of the National Public Safety Commission this month, received a total of 280,000 yen in donations from companies whose nominations had been suspended by the national government and other organizations. . National Public Safety Commission Chairman Matsumura's office said that it refunded the money on the 21st from a moral standpoint.

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Digital Minister Kono ``Reflects on insufficient awareness of personal information protection''

2023-09-22 13:46:00
Regarding the Digital Agency receiving administrative guidance from a government third-party organization due to a mistake regarding My Number public money receiving accounts, Digital Minister Kono said, ``We regret that we did not sufficiently disseminate regulations regarding personal information protection.'' '', indicating his intention to work to prevent it from happening again.

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1-month release of treated water affects fisheries businesses ``Promptly implement support measures'' Minister of Agriculture

2023-09-22 13:22:00
As the 24th marks one month since the release of treated water accumulated at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Miyashita said that fisheries businesses have been affected by China's suspension of imports of Japanese seafood, and he is asking for government support. He emphasized his intention to promptly implement the measures.

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Gusts of wind in Aichi Inuyama cause construction scaffolding to collapse, causing lots of damage in the surrounding area

2023-09-22 12:50:00
In Aichi Prefecture, where a tornado warning had been issued on the night of the 21st, damage occurred in Inuyama City, including construction scaffolding collapsing. It was discovered that there was a lot of damage in the surrounding area, including the roofs of other houses being destroyed, and the Japan Meteorological Observatory assumed that the damage was caused by gusts of wind and began an investigation on the spot.

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Romanian man arrested on suspicion of stealing luxury watch ``Audemars Piguet''

2023-09-22 12:14:00
In July this year, a Romanian man was accused of visiting a brand goods purchasing store in Shibuya, Tokyo, posing as a customer, and stealing a luxury Audemars Piguet watch worth approximately 30 million yen from a showcase. He was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department. In response to the investigation, he has denied the charges.

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Shuttle bus carrying kindergarten children collides, children are not injured Kanagawa Zushi

2023-09-22 11:58:00
On the morning of the 22nd, a shuttle bus carrying five kindergarten children collided with the exterior wall of a house in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, resulting in minor injuries to two people, including the 67-year-old male driver. There were no injuries to the kindergarteners.

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Doctor arrested on suspicion of bribery: No facts found in medical equipment investigation; perhaps it's a sham?

2023-09-22 11:55:00
A doctor who worked at the National Cancer Center East Hospital in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture was arrested for allegedly accepting cash in return for using medical equipment from a Tokyo manufacturer in surgeries. Interviews with people involved in the investigation revealed that there was no truth to the investigation into medical devices conducted by the company. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident, suspecting that the investigation was disguised in order to hide the intent of bribery.

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Tokyo's Yaesu building construction site accident, Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department investigates the scene

2023-09-22 11:43:00
At the construction site of a building near the Yaesu exit of JR Tokyo Station, a steel frame lifted by a crane fell, killing and injuring five workers.The Metropolitan Police Department conducted an on-site inspection from the morning of the 22nd, and detailed the details at the time. We are investigating the situation.

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Mr. Takaichi, Mr. Hagiuda, and Mr. Obuchi's political party branch Donations from businesses just before the House of Representatives election

2023-09-22 11:29:00
The Liberal Democratic Party's party branch, represented by Minister of Economic Security Takaichi, Political Affairs Research Chairman Hagiuda, and Election Strategy Committee Chairman Obuchi, among the cabinet ministers and four new party positions in the Liberal Democratic Party who entered the cabinet this month, will be elected in the House of Representatives election a year ago. It was revealed that just before 2016, they had received donations from a company that undertakes national public works projects. The Public Offices Election Act prohibits businesses that undertake national public works projects from making donations in connection with national elections, and in response to an interview with NHK, all three companies asked whether they had already refunded the donations from a moral standpoint. , they replied that they plan to issue a refund in the future.

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“Johnny Somali” arrested for distributing nuisance videos, suspected of breaking into buildings

2023-09-22 09:53:00
A 23-year-old American who distributes videos of nuisance activities on the Internet under the name "Johnny Somali" was arrested for allegedly entering a construction site in Osaka's Chuo Ward while wearing a mask. He reportedly took a video of the intrusion and distributed it.

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PFAS countermeasures: Musashino City, Tokyo to install new water purifiers in disaster wells

2023-09-22 08:02:00
As a countermeasure against PFAS, which contains chemicals that have been pointed out to be harmful in some areas, Tokyo Musashino City has installed new water purifiers in disaster wells where levels exceeding the national government's provisional target values ​​have been detected. I decided to install it.

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Prince Akishino and his wife attend a ceremony commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations in Vietnam

2023-09-22 07:48:00
Prince Akishino and his wife, who are on an official visit to Vietnam, attended a ceremony in the capital Hanoi on the evening of the 21st to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam.

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Former medical director arrested on suspicion of bribery Will hire a manufacturer with no proven track record in his authority background?

2023-09-22 06:19:00
A doctor working at the National Cancer Center East Hospital in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture was arrested for allegedly accepting cash in return for using medical equipment made by a Tokyo manufacturer in surgeries. '', we found out that equipment from this manufacturer, which we had no experience with, had been adopted. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the actual situation of collusion.

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Mr. Takaichi, Mr. Hagiuda, and Mr. Obuchi's political party branch Donations from businesses just before the House of Representatives election

2023-09-22 06:08:00
The Liberal Democratic Party's party branch, represented by Minister of Economic Security Takaichi, Political Affairs Research Chairman Hagiuda, and Election Strategy Committee Chairman Obuchi, among the cabinet ministers and four new party positions in the Liberal Democratic Party who entered the cabinet this month, will be elected in the House of Representatives election a year ago. It was revealed that just before 2016, they had received donations from a company that undertakes national public works projects. The Public Offices Election Act prohibits businesses that undertake national public works projects from making donations in connection with national elections, and in response to an interview with NHK, all three companies asked whether they had already refunded the donations from a moral standpoint. , they replied that they plan to issue a refund in the future.

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“Johnny Somali” arrested for distributing nuisance videos, suspected of breaking into buildings

2023-09-22 05:44:00
A 23-year-old American who distributes videos of nuisance activities on the Internet under the name "Johnny Somali" was arrested for allegedly entering a construction site in Osaka's Chuo Ward while wearing a mask. He reportedly took a video of the intrusion and distributed it.

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Multiple complaints about ticket resale fraud at the game where Hanshin won the championship

2023-09-22 05:28:00
The Hyogo Prefectural Police Headquarters has received multiple complaints regarding this month's game, in which professional baseball team Hanshin won the league championship for the first time in 18 years, with complaints such as ``I bought tickets on SNS, but they were never sent.'' I understand that. Police are investigating the possibility of fraud taking advantage of the high-profile match.

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Wakayama Takano Town's "Emergency Safety Ensuring" has been lifted

2023-09-22 02:06:00
On the night of the 21st, the town of Takano in Wakayama Prefecture had issued the highest level of evacuation information, ``Emergency Safety Guarantee,'' for the entire town, but it was lifted at 1:41 a.m. There is currently no evacuation information available within Takano Town.

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Kimino Town, Wakayama Kishigawa River is below the flood danger level

2023-09-22 01:17:00
The water level of the Kishigawa River, which flows through northern Wakayama Prefecture, had exceeded the flood danger level at the Eihobashi Observatory in Kimino Town, but it had dropped below the level at 12:40 a.m.

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